Steering Gear: Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note The Following: 

Tightening specifications, refer to HYDRAULIC POWER STEERING GEAR WITH TIE RODS OVERVIEW .

-- Lightly coat the seals -1- and -5- with hydraulic oil before installing.

Fig 1: Identifying Pressure Line & Bolts

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-- Insert the pressure line -3- and return line -2- completely when installing.

-- Install the stabilizer bar -1-. Refer to STABILIZER BAR .

Fig 2: Identifying Stabilizer Bar, Remove/Install Components

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-- Install both bolts -2- loosely at first and then tighten them.

-- Install the crossbrace -4-. Refer to SUBFRAME CROSSBRACE, COUPE AND SPORTBACK .

-- Install the crossbrace -4-. Refer to SUBFRAME CROSSBRACE, CABRIOLET .

-- Remove the :3094  from the suction hose -1- and return hose -2-.

Fig 3: Locating Suction & Return Hose Clamping Location

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-- Bring the steering gear into the center position. Refer to STEERING, CENTERING, WITH HYDRAULIC POWER STEERING GEAR .

-- Bleed the steering. Refer to STEERING, BLEEDING AFTER REPLACING .

-- Check power steering fluid level. Refer to POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL, CHECKING .

-- Check all open line connections for leaks. Refer to STEERING, CHECKING FOR LEAKS .

-- An axle alignment may be required. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT .